2007 Audi A6 vs. 1971 Lancia Fulvia

To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 4,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (329 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1971 Lancia Fulvia. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1971 Lancia Fulvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Lancia Fulvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Fulvia. 2007 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1971 Lancia Fulvia has manual transmission. 1971 Lancia Fulvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2007 Audi A6 1971 Lancia Fulvia
Make Audi Lancia
Model A6 Fulvia
Year Released 2007 1971
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4162 cc 1584 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 329 HP 112 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 420 Nm 153 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1745 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 3990 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1570 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2340 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 38 L